Penile Implants

In the past, the placement of a prosthetic device (also called a penile implant) within the penis was the only effective therapy for a man with an organic (having to do with a bodily organ or organ system) cause of erectile dysfunction.

Now, a penile implant is the last option considered. Nonsurgical treatment options are always tried before resorting to surgical options. Nevertheless, a penile implant remains a reliable form of therapy in highly motivated men when other treatments are unsuccessful.

Your doctor will discuss the benefits and risks of a penile implant with you and your sexual partner.

Almost all men with penile implants express satisfaction.

Part of this enthusiasm is related to the failure of other therapies and highly motivated users.

Two types of penile implants are available: a semirigid or malleable rod implant and an inflatable implant.